Future superstar and X-Factor contestant Carly Rose Sonenclar is about to dominate the top 12. Representing mentor Britney Spears on the Fox show, this whole experience has been nothing short of a worldwind for her.

Chelsea Briggs caught up with the “little diva” on the set of The X-Factor and chatted about Britney’s advice, her success throughout the competition and, duh, meeting One Direction!

Sure, there are a few singing competition shows out there these days – American Idol, The Voice, Duets. But the one that has everyone talking is season two of The X Factor! With Britney Spears and Demi Lovato joining the rounds this year, some of the most talented performers are coming out to show their stuff.

13-year-old Carly Rose Sonenclar blew the judges away with her rendition of Feelin’ Good that left even Simon impressed. And just to recap, Britney even called her a “little diva!” Yeah, she’s THAT good. We chatted with Carly exclusively about her X Factor audition, hearing praise from Simon and the gang and some of her biggest musical influences!